IT’S been a case of 'lights, cameras, action' for a Cowdenbeath student who has been working on several movies after qualifying from Fife College.

Hazel Smith is the hair and make-up artist on the set of the new Scottish feature film GetMeLovedUp.com – a comedy about online dating.

She explained: “I started doing freelance make-up while I was still studying at college as a mature student and began to build up my confidence and skills.

"In my final year I started working on short films and assisting make-up artists on feature productions.”

The working mum of two boys broke into the glamorous film industry while studying for an HND in Make-up Artistry at the college, which she completed in June, marking the end of a four-year studying journey which she began with a NC level 5 course.

Her latest role follows on from a range of previous contracts working on a series of home-grown films.

Hazel was offered the position on GetMeLovedUp.com after coming to the attention of Scots director George Carson, who runs Blazebuster Productions which is funding the film through crowdfunding.

And she added: “The course is great for giving you the basic knowledge needed to go into films and start your career.

"My tutors gave me the confidence to start applying for jobs and lots of useful information about working in films and television from their experiences in the industry.”

Hazel has also been adding to her movie credits working on hair and make-up recently on a short magic-realist film called The Rocket Ship and a time travel, horror, science fiction comedy called Flux.

“I really enjoy being on film sets as every day is different and every production requires different hair, make-up, and special effects.”

Having worked at the Halbeath campus a few years ago as part of the Student Information team, Hazel is no stranger to Fife College.

She said: “After having my second son, I decided not to return to work but instead to do what I’ve always wanted to do – make-up.

“Studying make-up artistry at Fife College was lots of fun, but also a lot of hard work.

"I feel very lucky I had great tutors and an amazing group of girls in my college class – they all made my college experience one I’ll never forget."

Fiona Craig, curriculum manager of Hair, Beauty and Make-up Artistry, said: “Hazel is a great example of a student who has applied herself to her studies – she was motivated and focussed from NC Level 5 right through to HND.

“Hazel has the right attitude to succeed in industry, she is professional and dedicated to make-up artistry.

"Through her studies at Fife College she has gained all the necessary skills and knowledge to work on movies and other projects. I am sure she will go far and I look forward to seeing her name appear in the credits.”

Fife College offers a wide range of courses in make-up artistry. For further details visit www.fife.ac.uk or call 0344 2480115.